Fantasia Barrino's Nephew Killed In Shooting

By Rickey ·

Fantasia Barrion's nephew Tyquan has died at age 18 after multiple gunshot wounds in Greensboro, North Carolina on Tuesday morning.

The "American Idol" winner shared the tragic news on social media, asking everyone to pray for his older brother Ricco Barrino.

According to TMZ the shooting occurred after an argument:

Paramedics attempted life-saving measures on Ty, and he was transported to Moses Cone Hospital ... but died shortly after. Cops have arrested a 21-year-old suspect, who's been charged with first degree murder.

Oh my goodness.

Ty ? Auntie is So Sorry Baby ? RIP to my Oldest Nephew Please Pray for his Mother and my Brother @riccobarrino & his Stepdad

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